The Last Great Yiddish Novel.
Published In: Atlantic, 2025, v. 335, n. 4. P. 84 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Shulevitz, Judith 3 of 3
Abstract
Chaim Grade's novel "Sons and Daughters" explores the intergenerational conflicts within two families of rabbis in pre-World War II Eastern Europe. The novel delves into the tensions between tradition and modernity, as children rebel against their parents' expectations. Grade's work, considered one of the last great Yiddish novels, captures the complexities of Jewish life and culture before the Holocaust. Despite facing challenges in receiving recognition during his lifetime, Grade's poignant portrayal of familial struggles and societal changes continues to resonate with readers today. [Extracted from the article]
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- Source:Atlantic. 2025/04, Vol. 335, Issue 4, p84
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Literature and Writing
- Publication Date:2025
- ISSN:1072-7825
- Accession Number:183617799
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